Ajayi Crowther University to confer award of doctorate degree on Akeredolu

The Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo state is set to confer Award of Doctorate Degree on Ondo state Governor Rotimi Akeredolu.

Akeredolu was described as a personality with exceptional track records in Law Practice and Public Service.

The Vice-Chancellor of the University, Professor Timothy Adebayo said, Governor Akeredolu is a leader with in-depth knowledge of issues bothering on good governance.

The Vice-Chancellor stated that the landmark achievements of Govenor Akeredolu in his first term in office clearly convinced the people of Ondo State to vote massively for him to serve a second term in office.

Adebayo spoke during a courtesy call on the Governor in Akure.

In his response, Governor Akeredolu, appreciated the Governing Council and Management of Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo for the honour which he described as a great one.

Governor Akeredolu urged the university to keep its flag of excellence flying.

The governor used the opportunity to call on the National University Commission to allow Law Programme in Nigerian Universities as a second degree course.

He said the process will curb unemployment among graduates and as a way fortifying young lawyers and strengthening Law Practice in the country.

The Award will be conferred on the governor during the 10th Convocation Ceremony of the University to be held on December the 4th, 2021 at its campus in Oyo town.